The win was fairly comfortable for Leon against the second division side and the three points lifted La Fiera into first place in Group 1 of the Copa MX on seven points, which secured the club a place in the Round of 16 stage of the tournament.

Donovan made his Leon debut on Feb. 10 against Puebla in Liga MX action, but didn't feature in the following games against Santos Laguna or Queretaro, sparking some concern about his fitness.

The all-time MLS leading goalscorer will be hoping for more time on Saturday when Leon travels to Pachuca in a battle between two teams just outside the Liga MX playoff places at present.